Merz approval hits record low in ARD Germany Trend; Union support slips

A new ARD 'Germany Trend' poll shows Chancellor Friedrich Merz with the lowest approval rating of any chancellor since the survey began, with only one in ten satisfied. The Union party also loses support, indicating a significant erosion of public confidence in the current government. This marks a notable political setback for Merz and his coalition, potentially affecting policy momentum and coalition stability.